Blocking mobile internet for two weeks improves mental health and well-being
Today, nearly every American – 91% – owns a cellphone that can access the internet, according to the Pew…
ADHD diagnosis gave this author a ‘reason to forgive herself’
After Carla Ciccone gave birth to her daughter, she spiraled with shame and self-hatred. She felt lost. She…
Happiness researcher explains why we need to be bored more
It’s no secret that spending too much time on our screens isn’t good, but most of us have…
SpaceX and satellites help states save millions on internet buildout | Guest Commentary | Commentary
The $42.5 billion Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program was meant to bring affordable, reliable internet to…
Ketamine therapy, teenage depression and what’s really going on
Jacintha was at her wits’ end. Her daughter was struggling, and they had tried everything ‒ two types…
Binge-Watching Might Actually Be Good for You, Study Finds
Binge-watching might not be as mindless as it seems. A new study reveals it can deepen memory, spark…
Protecting Youth Mental Health in Tennessee | Local News
When you walk into the Herndon’s home in Sale Creek, there’s a memorial of photos and artwork to…
Chronic Stress Sends Immune Cells to Brain, Driving Depression
Summary: A new study shows that chronic stress causes immune cells called neutrophils to leave bone marrow in…
Depression Disrupts Learning to Avoid Unpleasant Events
Summary: Depression specifically impairs the ability to learn how to actively avoid unpleasant events, though it does not…
Extreme Heat Makes People More Negative
Summary: A large-scale global study shows that extreme heat affects not just our bodies, but also our emotions.…